Isaiah 33

Imagine cruising down Highway 101 in Southern California, the convertible top down, wind in your hair, radio set to your favorite rock station - this is the vibe of The 101. Carefully crafted using

Great for contest, this driving piece is sure to keep your students motivated. Cinematic orchestra hits and biting rhythms make for a fun experience, while lyrical contrast in the B section is perfect for

This original work for beginning string orchestra is an excellent introduction to simple syncopation. Using only notes of the D scale, it passes the melody to all sections and is a great opportunity to

Aliens are attacking... from the attic! Your beginning orchestra will love this fun programmatic work. Violins and violas play tense staccato ostinatos while the cellos and bass play an ominous melody below

Written as a follow-up to the widely popular Acidic, this work adds more cinematic flair while remaining accessible to young string orchestras. The introduction features a clever ostinato pattern

A fun piece for young players that reinforces the practice of leaving fingers down, "anchored" to the fingerboard. With a nautical flavor, the piece explores staccato and legato articulation along with

As the title implies, the piece uses echo effects throughout. Based on the interval of a descending perfect fifth, it begins with a lush statement of the subtle "angel" theme, which is used throughout the

This engaging piece for string orchestra is appropriate for any time of the year but is especially fun for a summer orchestra concert. Arco Polo is a musical depiction of the well-known

This work is in the key of A major and is based on a traditional blues progression that can be found in early rock and roll. It features two sections that allow the players to improvise. For string

Written for beginning musicians, Aspiration uses minimal material, including no more than two repeated eighth notes as the most difficult rhythm. It contains bold fanfare gestures, marcato

The alarm has sounded, the gates have been shut; it is time to assemble the guard! This triumphant and bold piece is a perfect fit for developing orchestras. Using unified rhythms and a beginner-friendly

An exciting journey through Atlantis awaits students in this original composition using notes of the B natural minor scale. Using only the notes and rhythms learned in the first year of study, this work is

Perfect for young orchestras, this Halloween bass-tacular features the entire bass section playing riffs and walking bass lines. The piece is written in first position for violins, violas, and cellos, but

This fun and imaginative original work uses long melodic lines over repeating eighth-note patterns to give the listener the feeling of optimism that the fresh start of a new day brings. Young players will

An axiom is a statement or proposition which is regarded as being established, accepted, or self-evidently true. Make your orchestra sound mature with this bold piece that includes fanfare gestures, strong

Through the jungles of southern Mexico, the Aztec warrior's journey is full of adventure and danger. This exciting work for young string orchestra is set in B minor using only notes on the D and A

A dynamic festival selection, concert opener, or finale that will grab your audience's attention right from the start! This easy piece is full of energy but very playable for developing ensembles. Written

This exciting Grade 1 selection provides plenty of tutti playing to keep everyone on solid ground and uses only the basic fingerings found in your favorite first-year method book. The set includes viola

Your orchestra students will love to groove with the gators with this fun original piece! Based on the 12-bar blues, it may be played either using straight eighths or swing eighths. Each set includes three

Features a soaring theme, uplifting harmonies, and simple rhythms in 3/4. Limited part independence will help developing students gain confidence and reinforces note reading in the key of G while avoiding

This sprightly, all-pizzicato tune for beginners uses only the notes of the D major scale. It's a great way to reinforce note reading and listening skills. Students will enjoy the bouncy accompaniments and